Passing The pass-master discusses the art of ball striking, his favourite midfielders and watching other sports to improve his game

Mathieu Valbuena If you’re on the slight side, keep moving to leave the big fellas in a spin, says 5ft 6in Mathieu Valbuena

Passing If you want to fizz passes like Toni Kroos or Andrea Pirlo, then have a browse through our selection of training drills and articles on the art of passing

Mesut Özil Reproduce Mesut Ozil's on-pitch mastery with this drill from Coerver Coaching 

Passing FFT asks Javi Martinez all about the art of playing the holding midfield role, the mental strength he's needed to overcome serious injuries and rondos

Barclays Premier League Former Arsenal winger Robert Pires reveals how to wreak havoc by cutting in from the wing, his toughest opponent, and why he thinks he could've been a top No. 10 

After a summer of recovery and relaxation, learn to lay down your marker for the coming campaign as Liverpool’s new engine room driver takes you through his pre-season routine

Passing Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel reveals the secret to playing the holding midfield role, his toughest opponent and how to keep a no.10 at bay

Jordan Henderson Plan your week to perfection with the Liverpool man and be ready for matchday. First, clear your diary – it’s time to work…

Manchester City The Ivorian battering ram shares his secrets with FFT on using movement, strength and passing to boss the game